DWTS RECAP: Remember That? The Stars Do!

DWTS RECAP: Remember That? The Stars Do!

Last night, the stars commemorated the most memorable year in their lives and chose the songs that they wanted to dance to.

Frankie Muniz & Witney Carson

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“Adventure of a Lifetime” by Coldplay
Quickstep
#TeamFranneyPack

No one would have guessed that Frankie cannot remember a large part of his childhood. He’s not sure when the memory loss started, but he believes it has something to do with his nine concussions. Len thought the dance was “light and lovely.” Of course, Frankie still has to improve his footwork, but who doesn’t these days? The audience can tell Frankie really enjoys dancing!

Carrie Ann: 8
Len: 8
Bruno: 8
TOTAL: 24/30

Terrell Owens & Cheryl Burke

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“I Have Nothing” by Whitney Houston
Viennese Waltz
#TeamGetchaPopcorn

This one is for you Grandma! Terrell says he’s the man he is today because of his Grandma, and dedicated this dance to her. Bruno said this was Terrell’s best dance. The past few weeks haven’t been easy for Terrell on DWTS, but he came to play tonight.

Carrie Ann: 8
Len: 8
Bruno: 8
TOTAL: 24/30

Nikki Bella & Artem Chigvintsev

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“Fight Song” by Rachel Platten
Contemporary
#TeamSmackdown

When Nikki started experiencing severe body pain and learned she had a neck injury, she was told she could never enter the ring again. She persevered, fought through it, and went on to fight in the ring once more. Nikki put the emotions from her recovery into this dance. She discovered a new part of her inner dancer. She showed her strength in more than one way. Nikki shared that Artem was able to show her how to let her guard down while dancing.

Nick kept things romantic by making his most memorable year about when he fell in love with Vanessa. The dance had great energy, and the routine showed Nick’s strengths off in the best way possible. It’s safe to say Nick’s love for Vanessa brings out the best in him.

Carrie Ann: 8
Len: 7
Bruno: 7
TOTAL: 22/30

Lindsey Stirling & Mark Ballas

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“Anchor” by Mindy Gledhill
Viennese Waltz
#TeamSTARK

Lindsey’s most memorable year was when her father passed away. He was a writer and did freelance writing to pay for Lindsey’s violin lessons. Last night, Lindsey danced with her soul, as Bruno put it. Even as she started crying in the middle of her routine, she didn’t miss one step. If anyone was going to critique a dance like this last night, of course it would be

Carrie Ann: 9
Len: 8
Bruno: 9
TOTAL: 26/30

Derek Fisher & Sharna Burgess

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“Move On Up” by Curtis Mayfield
Jazz
#TeamHoopsAndHeels

There’s nothing you won’t do for your child. Derek is no exception. He quit basketball to help his daughter through her health struggles. The song started out with a lot of emotion, then it turned to a happy dance! It left the judges feeling uplifted and feeling good about Derek’s dance improvements!

Carrie Ann: 7
Len: 8
Bruno: 8
TOTAL: 23/30

Jordan Fisher & Lindsay Arnold

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“Take Me Home” by Us The Duo
Contemporary
#TeamFishUponAStar

Jordan’s most memorable year is when his grandparents’ officially adopted him. Jordan’s Mom had him when she was 16, and she suffered from substance abuse. Bruno called this dance flawless. He danced with an open heart and sincerity. Carrie Ann did a lot of crying last night, but for Jordan’s dance, she cried because it was so beautiful. For this, Jordan received the first 10 of the season!

Carrie Ann: 10
Len: 9
Bruno: 10
TOTAL: 29/30

Sasha Pieterse & Gleb Savchenko

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“Over My Head (Cable Car)” by The Fray
Foxtrot
#TeamATeam

Sasha felt completed when she got engaged to her fiancé. 2016 had been a hell of a year, and this made everything worth it. Sasha somehow managed to make all of the judges happy. The technique was down, the foxtrot was there, and Sasha was able to clearly tell her story through dance.

Vanessa’s most memorable year was when she gave birth to her third child at only 29 weeks. It was a terrifying time for the Lachey family, but they got through it, and have a three happy and healthy children as a result. Vanessa could hardly stop herself from crying during the dance. Vanessa’s story even made Maks get a little teary eyed.

Carrie Ann: 8
Len: 8
Bruno: 8
TOTAL: 24/30

Drew Scott & Emma Slater

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“Don’t Stop Me Now” by Queen
Jive
#TeamHotProperty

Drew wasn’t always a successful Property Brother. He used to be a prosperous realtor and a failing actor. “It was a full on jive with a feel good factor,” Bruno said. This was Drew’s best dance yet. According to Carrie Ann, there was one problem with Drew’s dancing last night. Apparently, his hands looked like dinosaur hands. He needs to be more mindful of his form. Aside from this oversight, Drew got straight eights from the judges.

Carrie Ann: 8
Len: 8
Bruno: 8
TOTAL: 24/30

Victoria Arlen & Val Chmerkovskiy

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“I Lived” by OneRepublic
Foxtrot
#TeamViVa

Victoria couldn’t pinpoint a specific memorable year for her. When she was young and her body started attacked itself, she essentially became a vegetable. She had seizures every two to five minutes, and even forgot who her parents were. What Victoria has been through, and what she has achieved is beyond belief, as Bruno put it. Victoria was able to talk, move, walk, and now dance.

Carrie Ann: 9
Len: 9
Bruno: 9
TOTAL: 27/30

Not every star can win the Mirror Ball. The couples in jeopardy are Nick and Peta, and Derek and Sharna.

No night is easy to leave DWTS, but most memorable year night is an especially tough one. Nick and Peta are safe again.

Derek and Sharna said their final goodbye.

Ten stars remain! Watch Dancing With the Stars Mondays at 8|7c on ABC.